Title
Gigi's Playhouse Tinley Park 5K Fundraiser
History
Gigi's Playhouse of Tinley Park has submitted a Special Events permit request to host the GiGiFit Acceptance Challenge - 5K fun run, 1 mile walk and kids dash fundraiser in support of individuals with Down Syndrome. The proposed event would take place on Saturday, June 1, 2023, utilizing the paths within Centennial Park. The race will kick-off and finish in the 153rd Street Metra parking lot.
The event would begin at 8 a.m. and is expected to be complete, with clean-up, by 1 p.m. Set-up may begin on Friday, May 31.
Organizers are working on specific event components. All event logistics will adhere to Village guidelines and will be reviewed and approved by the Village in advance of the events. This includes participant parking, event security, police and or Community Service Officer requirements, obtaining a temporary food permit, or other permits required and paying all fees associated with event.
The event open to the general public, organizers expect 700-800 participants to take part in the fundraiser.
Financial Impact
Organizers will be subject to all permit, staffing and rental fees applicable to the production of this event.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve permitting GiGi’s Playhouse of Tinley Park to host the Gigi Acceptance Challenge utilizing the Centennial Park walking paths and the 153rd Street Metra lot on Saturday, June 1, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. contingent upon meeting all the Village’s permitting requirements, payment of fees and inspections.